Nominations to the Youth Council:

Youth Council members must be residents of the Commonwealth of Virginia with an interest or involvement in youth issues. To nominate an individual use the official nomination form and submit it to the Western Virignia Workforce Development Board administrative office by mail: 108 N. Jefferson St. Suite 809, Roanoke, VA 24016
or fax: 540-767-6084.

Youth Council

The Youth Council is an integral part of the local Workforce Investment Board. Council members serve as advocates for local area youth and ensure workforce training activities are available to youth in the area. The Youth Council brings together individuals from a range of local program and policy areas who can affect the success of young people in the labor market and beyond. Membership includes members of the Workforce Development Board; educators and employers; youth service agency staff, including juvenile justice and law enforcement; the local public housing authority; parents; former participants; Job Corps representatives; as well as other key local experts experienced in meeting the needs of area youth, such as representatives of community-based organizations, vocational rehabilitation, and organized labor.

The Western Virginia Workforce Development Board, its programs and affiliates are equal opportunity employers/programs. Contact: Jake Gilmer by email at Jake.Gilmer@westernvaworkforce.com or by telephone at 540.562-8442. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.